Gaggenau VI 230, Instruction Manual

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Risk of electric shock!
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A defective appliance may cause electric
shock. Never switch on a defective
appliance. Unplug the appliance from the
mains or switch off the circuit breaker in
the fuse box. Contact the after-sales
service.
Risk of electric shock!
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Cracks or fractures in the glass ceramic
may cause electric shocks. Switch off the
circuit breaker in the fuse box. Contact the
after-sales service.
Malfunction risk!
The hob is equipped with a fan in the lower
section. If there is a drawer under the hob it
should not be used to store small objects or
paper, since they could damage the fan or
interfere with the cooling if they are sucked
into it.
There should be a minimum of 2 cm between
the contents of the drawer and fan intake.
Risk of injury!
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When cooking in a bain marie, the hob and
cooking container could shatter due to
overheating. The cooking container in the
bain marie must not directly touch the
bottom of the water-filled pot. Only use
heat-resistant cookware.
Risk of injury!
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Saucepans may suddenly jump due to
liquid between the pan base and the
hotplate. Always keep the hotplate and
saucepan bases dry.
Elements that may damage the
appliance
Caution!
– Rough pan bases may scratch the hob.
– Avoid leaving empty pots and pans on the
hotplate. Doing so may cause damage.
– Do not place hot pans on the control panel, the
indicator area, or the hob frame. Doing so may
cause damage.
– Hard or pointed objects dropped on the hob may
damage it.
– Aluminium foil and plastic containers will melt if
placed on the hotplate while it is hot. The use of
laminated sheeting is not recommended on the
hob.
Overview
The following table presents the most common
damage caused:
Damage Cause Solution
Stains Food spillage Immediately remove spilt food using a glass scraper.
Inappropriate cleaning products Only use cleaning products specifically produced for glass-ceramic
hobs.
Scratches Salt, sugar and sand Do not use the hob as a tray or work surface.
Pans with rough bottoms may
scratch the hob Check pans.
Fading Inappropriate cleaning products Only use cleaning products specifically produced for glass-ceramic
hobs.
Contact with pans Lift pots and pans before moving them around.
Chips Sugar, substances with a high
sugar content Immediately remove spilt food using a glass scraper.